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Catalog Number:
47399
CAS Number:
109-69-3
1-Chlorobutane
Purity:
≥ 99% (GC)
Synonym(s):
Butyl chloride, n-Butyl chloride
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1-Chlorobutane is used as an alkylating reagent in organic and organometallic compound synthesis. It is also employed as an anthelmintic in veterinary medicine.

Synonyms
Butyl chloride, n-Butyl chloride
CAS Number
109-69-3
Purity
≥ 99% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C4H9Cl
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00001009
PubChem ID
8005
Melting Point
-123 to -124 °C
Density
0.886
Appearance
Clear, colorless liquid
Boiling Point
77 - 78 °C
Refractive Index
1.402
Conditions
Store at 2 - 8 °C
General Information
Synonyms
Butyl chloride, n-Butyl chloride
CAS Number
109-69-3
Purity
≥ 99% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C4H9Cl
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00001009
PubChem ID
8005
Melting Point
-123 to -124 °C
Density
0.886
Appearance
Clear, colorless liquid
Boiling Point
77 - 78 °C
Refractive Index
1.402
Conditions
Store at 2 - 8 °C
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

1-Chlorobutane is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Organic Synthesis: It serves as a key building block in the synthesis of various organic compounds, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, enabling researchers to create complex molecules efficiently.
  • Solvent Applications: This chemical is often used as a solvent in chemical reactions and extractions, providing a non-polar environment that can enhance the solubility of hydrophobic compounds.
  • Intermediate in Chemical Manufacturing: 1-Chlorobutane is an important intermediate in the production of other chemicals, such as butyl rubber and surfactants, making it essential for the plastics and coatings industries.
  • Laboratory Reagent: In research laboratories, it is frequently employed as a reagent for various reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions, which are fundamental in organic chemistry.
  • Chiral Synthesis: It can be used in the synthesis of chiral compounds, which are crucial in the development of enantiomerically pure drugs, offering an advantage in producing more effective medications with fewer side effects.

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